Description
Crispy Spicy Salmon Bites are a flavorful appetizer featuring tender salmon cubes coated in a crunchy, spicy batter and fried to perfection. These bites are tossed in a tangy sriracha-honey sauce and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, offering a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami in every bite.
Ingredients
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Salmon Bites
- 1 lb salmon fillets, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1/2 cup flour (or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to desired spice level)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup water (or as needed to create the batter)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil (or vegetable oil for frying)
Spicy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
Garnish
- Green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Cut the salmon fillets into bite-sized cubes and set them aside to keep ready for battering.
- Make the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
- Add Water: Gradually pour water into the dry ingredients while stirring continuously until a thick, smooth batter forms. Adjust water quantity slightly if needed for consistency.
- Mix the Spicy Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha sauce, and honey. Stir well until honey dissolves, creating a tangy and spicy sauce.
- Heat the Oil: Place sesame oil (or vegetable oil) in a large skillet and heat it over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking, preparing it for frying.
- Coat the Salmon: Dip each salmon cube fully into the batter, ensuring an even coating, then carefully place them into the hot oil.
- Fry the Salmon Bites: Fry the salmon pieces for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Use tongs to turn them gently. Once cooked, transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Toss with Sauce: Drizzle the prepared spicy sauce over the crispy salmon bites and gently toss to coat all pieces evenly with the flavorful sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds over the salmon bites and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper amount according to your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and tamari sauce instead of soy sauce.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy texture and avoid sogginess.
- Serve immediately after frying for best texture and flavor.
- Can be paired with steamed rice or a fresh salad as a meal option.
